Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Please note that this post contains affiliate links and I may be compensated if purchases are made by clicking links. When Chloé debuts a new handbag style, fashion devotees instantly take notice. The new Chloé Pixie bag from the fall 2017 runway is on my style radar. It's sure to cause the same commotion this fall as the widely beloved Faye and Nile bags. With its brass ring handle detail, chic round shape, and delicate studs, the latest must-have accessory from Clare Waight Keller's final collection for Chloé is guaranteed to be a street style home run. In true Chloé form, it's a versatile and instantly recognizable handbag. It looks equally stylish and casually cool when carried on the arm, in the hands, or worn crossbody. Even better, the Pixie bag comes in multiple sizes, shapes, and colors as seen below. The Pixie's retro round shape make it an ideal piece to pair with fall's delicate floral dresses, embroidered blouses, sock boots, and flirty skirts. For more Chloé handbag ideas, see my posts on the Chloé Faye bag look for less and the Chloé Nile bag look for less.

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The Look for LessIf you're looking for a Chloé Pixie bag dupe at a more affordable price point, you're in luck because there are a few budget friendly look-alikes.Shop these options:

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Let's get started with trend #1...1. Roycroft Men increasingly want to focus on mastering a trade or technique that will bring them joy. With a focus on heirloom surfaces, deconstructed design, and industrial details, Roycroft takes a farm-to-closet approach to contemporary dressing. He seeks to discover the natural beauty in precise measurements and time-honored skills, all the while being influenced by doing things in a newer way for ultimate efficiency and ease.

Roycroft focuses on fewer, better things. It's inspired by a 19th century community of tradesmen who moved outside of New York City into the Hudson Valley. They were the early purveyors of the arts and crafts movement. There's a focus on authenticity, heirloom surfaces, farm-to-closet, and deconstructed design. Key items include reconstructed basics like the trench coat with straps, the reworked woven shirt, the heirloom suit, paper bag waist pants, and chunky handed-down sweaters.

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2. SojournHe lives his life on the grid in order to be off the grid - constant constrasts that inject a tangible energy into his daily life. By taking time-honored, recognizably rugged clothing and integrating smart textiles, digital motifs, and steadfast details, he is given the freedom of more easily recognizing the genius of earth's unpredictability through countless adventures and cultures. This modern day anthropologist of sorts takes a little it from each destination, but remembers to give back as well - ensuring his path along the way makes the world a better place.There's a focus on hyperculture, Africa, the art of discovery in your travels, eco-tech, and eco-tourism.

Key items are the lightning windbreaker and anorak (to replace the bomber), the radar shirt (below in the middle), and the festival Baja hoodie.

Accessories are the neoprene sneaker boot, the nylon/lanyard bracelet, the active sandal with bright colors, colored sunglasses, and the utility belt with lots of hooks.

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3. CorpIn a super sophisticated, glossy world not too far in the future, men are looking to make a bold power play on personal style, one that is a necessary fusion between tradition and technology. Inspired by a re-emergence of Brutalist architecture and a new Modernist movement, Copr turns its focus to smart suiting, prism color effects on classic outerwear, and a plethora of intelligent surfaces that work to make a more seamless lifestyle. With activewear continuing to influence every classification, flex fits are essential to even the most basic of apparel. There are smarter surfaces, active influences, hyper-designs, and a focus on form and function. It's a glossy world with Dad's office must-haves and men who want to make a bold power play on their personal style.

Key items are the modernist shirt, the 2.0 suit, the woven tech sweatshirt, updated dress shirts, and skyscraper pants (loose and relaxed with a higher rise).

For accessories, there active slip-on sneakers, the body pack, and the nylon/mesh sport hat.

Electric blues and greens are the strongest part of the color palette. Pastels also feature in the story to create an interesting combination.

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4. PortfolioHe's a playboy in the world of art - society royalty of sorts who comes from generations of influencers and tastemakers - presenting a fanciful persona that puts a new face on the role of dandy. Being an old soul, he spent his youth around ghosts of the past - renaissance paintings, grandiose frescoes, yellowed books, and classical music. In the 21st Century, he's embraced the quirk of the contemporary art world while staying connected to the ornate world of yesteryear. His stylistic foundation is based on traditional Italian menswear, and he layers on whimsical color and pattern to show off a canvas that is as personable and ever changing as his inspiration. Portfolio is influenced by art as activism, clashing patterns, rule-breaking mixes, and the person as a canvas.

Tuesday, August 8, 2017

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As someone who loves both floral motifs and sneakers, I was smitten when I saw the Gucci Ace embroidered sneakers last fall. After looking for similar styles at lower price points with no luck, I decided to splurge on the designer version. The bold embroidery set against the clean white leather is the perfect way to add interest to casual looks. I wear my Gucci sneakers with frayed denim, casual day dresses, leggings, and slim joggers. Sizing note: these sneakers run big. I wear US size 7 and a size 36.5 fits me.

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Now that the Gucci Ace embroidered sneakers have been around for a few seasons, there are many designer-inspired styles for all budgets. Embroidery is a key style narrative for fall 2017, and wearing it on footwear is an easy way to try out the trend. Here's how to get the Gucci Ace sneaker look for less.

Saturday, August 5, 2017

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While we all know the timeless appeal of the popular Gucci Princetown loafers, the newer embellished Princetown loafer mules are experiencing their time in the style spotlight courtesy of the more-is-more aesthetic of Alessandro Michele. Fabricated in decadent brocades, vibrant embroidered designs, and fur trimmed versions, the latest Gucci loafer mules are both elegant and edgy at the same time. The easy-to-wear open back/slip-on silhouette makes them comfortable, casual, and effortless. Style them like your favorite blogger or celebrity with of-the-moment cropped denim, understated monochromatic looks, midi dresses, or even track pants. They are the perfect way to amplify your outfit from the ground up.

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